Pro sports are adapting to life under lockdown, by trying everything from virtual races to cardboard spectators.
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In US news and current events today, professional sports are adapting in the age of the coronavirus. In Switzerland, 57 cyclists competed in a virtual version of the Tour de Suisse, racing through a 26.6 km virtual course. Since the 2020 Tour de France has been postponed until late-August due to the pandemic, many cyclists are  anxious to hear how other future races will be affected.

South Korea recently announced that the country could begin easing social distancing measures by allowing some outdoor sporting events to go on without audiences. Shortly after the announcement, the South Korean Baseball League decided to resume preseason games in an empty, 24,000-seat stadium.

In Taiwan, baseball is still being played. The country remains on of the few in the world currently airing live sports for baseball fans worldwide to enjoy while social distancing at home.

In the U.S., major sport leagues are exploring options to play in empty stadiums as well. An idea seemingly supported by Dr. Anthony Fauci. The 2020 NFL season is currently set to kick-off as planned on Sept. 10. It has discussed playing in empty or half-full stadiums. There is currently no opening day scheduled for the current MLB season, since it was pushed back in March due to the coronavirus. However, the league and union are reportedly holding discussions about using spring training facilities in Florida, Arizona, & Texas to salvage the season. The NBA has not made any plans to return since suspending its season on March 11, while the NHL is tentatively planning to restart the season in July.

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